Meanings
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1
verb
to sing or hum softly in a low, gentle, or sentimental voice
He began to croon an old tune beside the fire.
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2
verb
to soothe a person or animal by singing softly
She tried to croon the restless baby to sleep.
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3
noun
a soft, low-pitched hum, song, or murmuring sound
The singer's quiet croon was barely audible above the piano.
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Etymology
Borrowed into standard English from Scots croon, 'utter a low sound, lament, or sing softly,' which continues Middle English cronen. The older Germanic relatives meant 'groan, moan, or chatter.' The modern sentimental singing sense became especially prominent with microphone-assisted popular singers.